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Great Barrier Reef & Northern Australia Indigenous Research Consultant
The role of Research Consulting staff is to initiate, develop, lead and promote CSIRO's research capability for the benefit of Australia's economy, community and environment through strategic partnerships with industry, government and NGO sectors. Their primary responsibility is the management and leadership of research, client relationships, staff and other resources.
The Great Barrier Reef (GBR) & Northern Australia (NA) Indigenous Research Consultant is responsible for enhancing CSIRO Land & Water’s leadership in Indigenous-led, co-developed and Indigenous science, and growing opportunities for the Business Unit to support key Indigenous partners focused on developing the Indigenous land and sea estate. The position will provide essential Indigenous understanding and strategic direction to the shaping and delivery of Land & Water’s research agenda in Northern Australia & the Great Barrier Reef.
The Indigenous Research Consultant will coordinate the Business Unit’s vital contributions to the emerging CSIRO Indigenous Science Program and provide leadership to the Business Unit’s own strategic Indigenous Futures initiative. They will be the go-to person for Land & Water’s participation in the Indigenous Engagement Implementation Committee and collaboration with CSIRO’s Office of Indigenous Engagement.
This role is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. CSIRO believes that this role needs to be carried out by an Indigenous and/or Torres Strait Islander person and we couldn’t do this research without your critical input. This is a great opportunity to be at the forefront of impactful research into strengthening Indigenous communities.
Your duties will include:
Location: Townsville, Brisbane or Darwin
Salary: AU$139k – AU$153k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite
Reference: 74585
To be considered you will need:
For full details about this role please review the Position Description
Eligibility
The successful applicant will be required to obtain and provide a National Police Check or equivalent. Additional integrity checks may be required for specific roles which require security clearance for working with children, Australian Government cybersecurity requirements or other identified security roles.
They will also be required to provide proof of Aboriginality and be able to provide a cultural reference.
Flexible Working Arrangements
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish.
About CSIRO
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How to Apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
Applications Close
12 August 2021, 11:00pm AEST